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10 Dec 2010

Saint Nicholas Day at Holy Family Residence

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  • December 10, 2010
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by Maria J. Santomauro, Development Director

On Sunday December 5, Residents, staff, volunteers and their families all gathered together at Holy Family Residence in celebration of Saint Nicholas Day. It was a day to share in the story of Saint Nicholas and to experience timeless traditions still celebrated around the world today.

Click here for a photo slideshow from this event

Nearly 50 grandchildren and great-grandchildren of our Residents and staff learned many worldwide customs, including placing one shoe in front of the fireplace, an  annual child-hood tradition that remains popular in many European countries and in parts of the United States.  This special day served as a reminder that Christmas is a time of family; a time of sharing and a time of hope.  It was also a reminder that the story of Santa Claus truly evolved from that of St. Nick!

 

 

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